Waseem Chauhan
Agile Delivery
Avoid These Sprint Planning Pitfalls
Sprint planning, in the realm of Agile, is like the showdown in an old western. It’s the moment when the team gathers to chart their course and prepare for the sprint. But just as a gunslinger can miss the mark, sprint planning can go astray. Here are five pitfalls you’ll want to sidestep: Lack of…
Mastering the Art of Overcoming Common Retrospective Challenges
In the realm of Agile, retrospectives are akin to my canvas, a space where I, Leonardo, examine the past and strive for a more brilliant future. Let us embark on a journey to address common retrospective challenges, much like my pursuit of artistic excellence. 🎨 Lack of Engagement: Just as a masterpiece requires the artist’s…
D’oh! Agile Estimation: The Good, the Bad, and the Confusing
Hey, folks! It’s me, Homer Simpson, your friendly neighborhood nuclear power plant safety technician, and today we’re talkin’ about Agile estimation. You know, that thing where we try to figure out how long it’s gonna take to do stuff. Sounds simple, right? Well, not so fast, my friends. Let’s dive into the wild world of…
Engaging the Crew: How to Run More Effective Retrospectives, Captain Picard Style
Captain Jean-Luc Picard of the USS Enterprise is a legendary leader known for his wisdom and ability to navigate even the most challenging situations in space. If he were to guide your Agile team in running more effective retrospectives, here’s how he’d approach it. Engage your inner captain and let’s embark on a journey to…
Lead time Vs Cycle time
In the world of Agile and Lean methodologies, we often find ourselves discussing the concepts of Cycle Time and Lead Time. To explain these terms, let’s take a ride through the scenic hills of efficiency with a cycling twist, inspired by the indomitable Lance Armstrong. Cycle Time – Pedaling Towards Productivity: Imagine you’re a cyclist,…
How Scrum Masters Support and Coach Scrum Teams to High Performance
In the dynamic landscape of Agile software development, Scrum has emerged as a prominent framework known for its flexibility, adaptability, and emphasis on continuous improvement. At the heart of successful Scrum teams stands the Scrum Master, a servant-leader responsible for facilitating, coaching, and enabling high-performing teams. In this article, we will delve into the essential…
What is SAFe?
SAFe, or the Scaled Agile Framework, is a comprehensive approach to scaling Agile principles and practices for large organizations. Imagine you have a small boat (a small Agile team) that’s sailing smoothly, but as your organization grows, you need a bigger ship (a framework) to navigate the complexities of larger projects involving multiple teams. That’s…
Guide to Using Story Points For Agile Estimate
Do’s: Use Relative Sizing: Story points are about relative sizing, not absolute time. Compare the size of one user story to another, focusing on complexity and effort rather than specific time estimates. Involve the Whole Team: Estimation is a collaborative process. Include developers, testers, product owners, and other relevant team members in the discussion to…
Nappachino
A “Nappachino” is a playful and informal term used to describe a combination of two distinct activities: taking a nap and enjoying a cappuccino. Essentially, it involves drinking a cappuccino or coffee and then taking a short nap afterward. This concept has gained popularity as a productivity and well-being hack, particularly in workplaces and cultures…
Single Product Owner on Multiple Teams
A Single Product Owner (SPO) overseeing multiple Agile teams is a challenging but feasible approach in some organizations, especially those with large and complex products or programs. This setup can be effective when appropriately structured and managed. Here’s how it works: Role of the Single Product Owner: The SPO is responsible for a specific product…